Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving West New York, NJ

...me want to be a lead teacher so I moved on to become Director of Admissions and 7th Grade English Teacher for a private K-8 school in Newark where I helped restructure the admissions department and led an aggressive recruitment campaign that saw the school receive an unprecedented number of applicants in a bear market....

Hello! My name is James I am a Certified Social Studies Teacher in New Jersey, currently teaching 8th grade. I attended The College of New Jersey where I majored in History and Secondary Education. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential in American History, Political Science, and Writing.

...love how science just explains, well, EVERYTHING. Its amazing! I can also dabble in English because my mother is an English teacher and I have had grammar, editing and revising drilled into me for a very long time. My tutoring style lends itself to being more student directed. I will let the content that needs...

...want a student to leave a tutoring session feeling like they can rely on their own instincts and abilities when working on their own. My hobbies include swimming, theatre, singing, kayaking, reading, drawing, walking dogs, and watching too much Netflix. I know what it's like to struggle in school, but I also know the power...

...the development of reading, writing, listening, and oral skills. In addition, the lesson has to be made personable and fun. I love seeing the moment of clarity and understanding when a student finally grasps a concept. If there are any suggestions or resources you wish to provide me, by all means do so. I was...

...America to East Asia, and collectively have years of tutoring experience. These experiences have been as diverse as teaching English as a Second Language, students in underfunded school districts basic math and reading skills, and new mothers the test taking skills required to pass the GRE. Although I love teaching ESL, I am also experienced...

...after a few weeks of tutoring, the processes to solve a particular dilemma, the steps would become second nature to the student. As I am comfortable with anything from Biology to History, and from Arithmetic to Algebra, and even English Reading and Composition (writing), I believe I am a great pick if you are looking...

...is so fun to do and I want to help everyone understand that. My teaching philosophy is to positively assure my students. They work so hard and put in so much effort, so I try to show my appreciation for them as much as I can. I am always so proud of my students and...

...well-being. Outstanding writing skills developed through continuous research and independent writing on such topics as the role of literacy in education, the birth of democracy in Athens, institutional self-examination, and peer reviews. Multilingual with international work and volunteering experience in Costa Rica, Trinidad, and China. Fluent in Spanish and intermediate level Mandarin. Technology adept.

...research assistant at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and am part of many health and community service-driven clubs and societies on campus. All in all, I am here to help you. I have been that student who once felt that there was no light at the end of the tunnel, but trust me, academics do...

I am a writer and a visual artist from Spain, I can teach you Spanish and Art. I am very good at writing in Spanish, the grammar but also the style. I have a P.hD. in Philosophy.

...of students, delivering personalized, one-on-one support. My tutoring approach is focused on making complex concepts accessible and engaging. I use various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles, helping students comprehend the material and develop a genuine interest in the subject. Whether assisting high school students with exam preparation or supporting college students with...

My goal is to exemplify your strengths and pinpoint your weaknesses. Once I discover that weakness, I will do everything in my power to turn it into a strength. It doesn't matter who you are or how smart you are, I want to see you prosper!

Studying is challenging. Let me help you to become more motivated and have better skills and approaches to learn what you want. I have over 10 years of teaching experience and I am passionate about teaching and sharing my knowledge. Learn better, faster and most importantly enjoy it! Book a class to see for yourself.

...understanding the unique challenges that international students may encounter. Balancing Life: Personal Interests Outside the confines of academics and professional life, I find balance through hiking, cycling, and basketball. I believe in a well-rounded life and impart the same philosophy to my students, understanding that test preparation is but one part of a fulfilling life...

...my junior year of college. I loved traveling around Europe, visiting museums, gardens, and historical sites, meeting the people and learning about their culture, and of course, trying the food. I learned about being independent and confident. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking, traveling, and exercising. I look forward to working with you!

...and Business subjects, including Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Statistics. I really enjoy helping others learn as I am able to find different perspectives to help the student understand the material at hand. I am also available for weekly and bi-weekly tutoring sessions to help the student stay focused and organized for any major projects, exams,...

...I thrive in, improves my own understanding of the content. I don't plan on pursuing a field that incorporates calculus or any higher division math concepts for that matter, which is why I value my job as a tutor. I truly appreciate the fact that I'm not allowing this information to go to waste.

...and pacing. More than anything, I hope to help students build the confidence they need to ace their tests and succeed in college and beyond. In high school and college, my favorite subjects were in the social sciences, math, and Spanish. I also ran in my H.S. cross-country and track teams, and I continue to...

...the LSAT and have successfully helped other students conquer the test by crafting a practice schedule and developing specific strategies for approaching each section and each question type. Ultimately, you will be learning how to think like the test. The test rewards adaptability and given that are many ways to succeed on the LSAT, we...